Design-Build Bloopers: Blunders in the Big Room

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- Non-member Practitioner - $30
- Practitioner Member - $25
- Student Member - $10
- Owner Member - $15
- Academia Member - $15
- Industry Partner Academia Member - $15
- Industry Partner Practitioner Member - $25
- Industry Partner Owner Member - $15
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CONTENT EXPIRES: December 31, 2027

This engaging and interactive panel brings together a multi-disciplined team—owners, architects, engineers, general contractors, and construction managers—to share real-life bloopers and blunders from their project experiences. With a focus on trust and vulnerability, panelists reflect on the lessons learned from their missteps and how those experiences have shaped them into better, more effective professionals. Attendees will gain valuable insight into the key attributes that influence the success or failure of the design process and design management. The discussion highlights proven strategies for fostering a collaborative Big Room environment, building trust, maintaining schedule reliability, and delivering quality through a Project First mindset. The panel also provides a deep dive into Design-Build pursuits from the owner’s perspective, including tips for successful proposal submissions, managing confidential meetings, and preparing for interviews. By applying DBIA Best Practices and Lean Construction Methods, the team shares how to achieve cost certainty, maintain alignment with the Target Value Cost Model, and manage the Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) to support overall project budget goals. This session is designed to leave attendees with practical tools and firsthand insights to improve collaboration, strengthen team performance, and elevate project delivery outcomes.